Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for two Associate Practitioner (AP) posts that will support our registered Biomedical Scientists within the histopathology laboratory at York Hospital. This busy department provides a full diagnostic service to the York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Applicants must be able to commit to and demonstrate the Trust Values and Behaviours.
The core hours are 08:30am until 5:00pm.
Shortlisted candidates are encouraged to organise an informal visit prior to interview using the contact details provided
Main duties of the job
It is essential for an Associate Practitioner at the Band 4 level to be able to demonstrate competency at a Higher Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA Band 3) level or equivalent, and have significant experience of working in a histopathology or a similar pathology environment.
Experience of embedding and microtomy is desirable. Training will be provided.
The successful applicant must have excellent organisational skills, effective interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work using their own initiative, to meet tight deadlines. You must be able to work with minimum supervision.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
1. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
2. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
3. A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
4. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
5. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
6. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
7. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
8. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes
Essential
9. Close attention to detail able to work precisely and accurately
10. Good communication skills - written and oral
11. Able to demonstrate and use initiative appropriately
12. Good manual dexterity
13. Good interpersonal and team working skills
14. Self-motivated and enthusiastic
Desirable
15. Familiarity with hospital LIMS systems
16. Experience of microtomy - able to produce tissue sections from embedded blocks
17. Experience of embedding, morphological alignment of tissue within molten wax.
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
18. NVQ Level 3 in laboratory sciences or equivalent ( IBMS Certificates of Achievement part 1 and 2 with lab experience) plus additional theoretical or applied training in specific discipline
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
19. Previous experience in an NHS pathology laboratory
20. Knowledge, competence and understanding of the role of histopathology in the diagnosis and treatment of disease
Desirable
21. Experience of working in an NHS Histology laboratory
22. Supervisory experience
23. Understanding of health and safety
24. Knowledge of medical terminology
Values and Behaviours
Essential
25. Ability to demonstrate our organisational values and behaviours